The 20 Best Essential Thrombocythemia Doctors Near Me in Durham, NC

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Essential Thrombocythemia near Durham, NC. Of these, 30 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Advanced in Essential Thrombocythemia
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    Duke Hematology Clinic - Clinic 1E

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Ortel is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ortel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Antiphospholipid Syndrome, Thrombocytopenia, Thrombectomy, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Ortel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ortel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Duke Cancer Center

    20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Carlos De Castro Iii is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. De Castro Iii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH), Aplastic Anemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. De Castro Iii is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. De Castro Iii is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Infectious Disease | Hematology | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Infectious Disease | Hematology | Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Hematologic Malignancies Clinic

    2400 Pratt St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cristina Gasparetto is an Infectious Disease specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Gasparetto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Gasparetto is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Blood Cancer Center

    2400 Pratt St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Taewoong Choi is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Choi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology , American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine . Dr. Choi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Duke Hematologic Malignancies Clinic

    2400 Pratt St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Suzanne Kirby is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Kirby is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL), Multiple Myeloma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Follicular Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Kirby is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology. Dr. Kirby is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Family Medicine

    Duke Univ. Affiliated Physicians Inc.

    6020 Fayetteville Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elisabeth Nadler is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Nadler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anorexia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Nadler is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Advanced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Referral may be required

    Duke Hematology Clinic - Clinic 1E

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gowthami Arepally is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Arepally is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Sickle Cell Disease, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), and Thrombectomy. Dr. Arepally is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology. Dr. Arepally is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Advanced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Referral may be required

    Duke Hematology Clinic - Clinic 1E

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sandy El Bitar is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. El Bitar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Febrile Neutropenia, Agranulocytosis, Essential Thrombocythemia, and Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN). Dr. El Bitar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology , and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. El Bitar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robin Hardie-Hood is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Hardie-Hood is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. She is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Hardie-Hood is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology . Dr. Hardie-Hood is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Family Medicine

    Lakewood Pediatrics And Family Medicine

    4003 N Roxboro St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Wenzlik is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Wenzlik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Wenzlik is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Internal Medicine

    Chapel Hill Internal Medicine

    940 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Hutchins is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Hutchins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Achilles Tendon Rupture. Dr. Hutchins is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Advanced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Referral may be required

    Private Diagnostic Clinic PLLC

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ara Metjian is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Metjian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Blood Clots, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura, and Pulmonary Embolism. Dr. Metjian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Referral may be required

    Duke Hematology Clinic - Clinic 1E

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Oluwatoyosi Onwuemene is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Onwuemene is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Pulmonary Embolism, Blood Clots, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Onwuemene is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology. Dr. Onwuemene is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Referral may be required

    Duke Hematology Clinic - Clinic 1E

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hebrew, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amit Goldberg is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Goldberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thrombocytopenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Goldberg is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology . Dr. Goldberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Referral may be required

    Duke Adult Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center - Clinic 2N

    40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marilyn Telen is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Telen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, and Hemolytic Anemia. Dr. Telen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology/Oncology and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Telen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Advanced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Referral required

    Duke Blood Cancer Center

    2400 Pratt St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lindsay Rein is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Rein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myelofibrosis, Systemic Mastocytosis, Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN), Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Rein is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology . Dr. Rein is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Duke Blood Cancer Center

    2400 Pratt St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Harry Erba is an Oncologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Erba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Erba is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology. Dr. Erba is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Oncology | Hematology
    Referral may be required

    Duke Adult Blood And Marrow Transplant Clinic

    2400 Pratt St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Tamil, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sendhilnathan Ramalingam is an Oncologist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Ramalingam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft. Dr. Ramalingam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology , American Board Of Internal Med, Hematology, and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine . Dr. Ramalingam is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Hematology Oncology | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Hematology Oncology | Transplant Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Duke Adult Blood And Marrow Transplant Clinic

    2400 Pratt St, 
    Durham, NC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gwynn Long is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Long is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Graft. Dr. Long is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med, Medical Oncology. Dr. Long is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Essential Thrombocythemia
    Internal Medicine

    Legacy Healthcare Services Inc

    2701 Pickett Rd, 
    Durham, NC 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Offers Telehealth

    Jaseela Illath is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Illath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Essential Thrombocythemia. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Illath is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Geriatric Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine .

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Essential Thrombocythemia?

    Essential thrombocythemia (ET) is a condition in which the bone marrow produces too many platelets. Platelets are particles in the blood that aid in blood clotting.

    When should I see an Essential Thrombocythemia doctor near Durham, NC?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Essential Thrombocythemia doctor near Durham, NC?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Essential Thrombocythemia doctors near Durham, NC?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Essential Thrombocythemia doctors near Durham, NC?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Essential Thrombocythemia doctor near Durham, NC?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Essential Thrombocythemia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Essential Thrombocythemia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Essential Thrombocythemia doctor near Durham, NC?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Essential Thrombocythemia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Essential Thrombocythemia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Essential Thrombocythemia doctors near Durham, NC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Essential Thrombocythemia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Essential Thrombocythemia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Essential Thrombocythemia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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